New Delhi, Nov. 13 -- The Railway Board has issued detailed instructions to all Zonal Railways regarding the systematic management and disposal of garbage from trains during their journeys. The directive aims to enhance cleanliness and ensure a more pleasant travel experience for passengers, the Ministry of Railways said in an official statement.

The instructions reinforce a mechanism where On-Board Housekeeping Service (OBHS) and Pantry Car staff are mandated to collect garbage from passenger compartments and dispose of it in sealed bags at specifically nominated stations enroute. This system is designed to maintain the cleanliness of both the train interiors and the railway infrastructure.

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